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Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD

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Specializes in: Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)

University of Washington School of Medicine (1988)

Professional interests include: tympanoplasty, myringoplasty, mucocele (mucous cyst), and more.

3730 Rhone Circle Suite 203
Anchorage, AK 99508

(907) 563-3515

Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD is a pediatric otolaryngologist in Anchorage, AK specializing in pediatric otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat). She graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1988 and has 38 years of experience. Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD is affiliated with Providence and Providence Alaska Medical Center.

Office Locations

Providence Alaska Medical Center

3730 Rhone Circle Suite 203
Anchorage, AK 99508

(907) 563-3515

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Thyroid Surgery

Thyroid surgery is a procedure to remove all or part of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the lower neck that regulates the hormones that manage metabolism. Thyroid surgery, also known as thyroidectomy, treats thyroid disorders such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), goiters (noncancerous thyroid inflammation), and thyroid cancer. It may also be used to remove thyroid nodules or cysts that have a risk of becoming cancerous.

Both hypothyroidism and goiters are caused by an autoimmune reaction where the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The thyroid reacts by releasing too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones, impairing thyroid function and causing irregular metabolism. Goiters develop from the autoimmune reaction causing continued antibody damage to the thyroid over time. Thyroid goiters are large, swollen lumps that can be felt near the base of the neck. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. Hypothyroidism may also be caused by iodine deficiency, as iodine is needed to produce thyroid hormones.

The exact cause of thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts is unknown. While thyroid cancer and thyroid nodules or cysts can occur in individuals with thyroid disorders, they are not associated with a malfunctioning thyroid.

Physicians may prescribe thyroid surgery if blood tests reveal patients' thyroid stimulating hormones (TSA) are outside of the acceptable range, indicating a malfunctioning thyroid. Thyroid biopsies (tissue samples) and tests for thyroid-attacking antibodies are also criteria for surgery.

An ENT or general surgeon performs thyroid surgery. While a patient is placed under anesthesia, the surgeon makes an incision at the center of the neck and removes the thyroid gland. Two alternative methods of thyroid surgery are transoral (incision through the mouth) and endoscopic, where a surgeon operates a video camera for live footage to help guide the removal process.

Thyroid surgery requires minimal aftercare. Most patients recover quickly and resume normal activities within a few days of surgery. However, thyroid surgery patients must take daily synthetic thyroid medication (levothyroxine) for life to replace their removed thyroid.

Tonsillectomy

Tonsillectomy is a surgical procedure to remove both tonsils and is most widely used to treat tonsillitis (tonsil inflammation), which occurs when the tonsils (two tissue glands in the back of the throat) become infected and enlarged. Sleep disorders such as snoring and sleep apnea are frequently caused by tonsilitis. Similar conditions that tonsillectomy may treat include recurring throat infections (6 or more per year) and obstructed breathing from enlarged tonsils that block the airway.

Tonsillectomies are usually performed on children; however, many adults also undergo the procedure. A tonsillectomy generally only lasts for about half an hour following the administration of anesthesia. The otolaryngologist (ENT) or surgeon performing a tonsillectomy may employ a variety of medical techniques, such as:

Cold Knife Dissection: A cold knife dissection is the most popular tonsil removal method. A surgeon removes the tonsils using a steel scalpel and repairs the region with sutures (stitches) or electrocautery (high heat) to stop bleeding. This technique is favored for those with obstructed breathing.
Electrocautery: Other tonsillectomy methods include a full tonsil removal by electrocautery, where the surgeon uses a high heat device to burn off the tonsils and cauterize the bleeding tissue. Electrocautery is more painful than cold knife dissection.
Harmonic Scalpel: A third technique is where the surgeon uses a harmonic scalpel (vibrating bladed device) to first cut off the tonsils, and then coagulate bleeding using the harmonic scalpel's heat and vibration. Harmonic scalpel is the most precise form of tonsillectomy.
Radiofrequency Ablation: To perform the radiofrequency ablation technique, the surgeon places small probes into the tonsil that transmit radiofrequency energy to the tonsil tissue. The delivered energy damages and scars the tonsils, gradually minimizing the tonsils' size. Unlike the other three methods, radiofrequency ablation is performed in-office with or without general anesthesia and has minimal recovery time. Patients can expect to return to daily activities nearly immediately and may receive radiofrequency ablation every few months. While radiofrequency ablation does reduce tonsil inflammation, it is not often prescribed to those with severe tonsillitis or breathing disorders.

Patients are typically able to return home shortly after having their tonsils removed. Tonsillectomy recovery time may range from around ten days to two weeks. During this time, it is common for patients to have a sore throat, neck pain, and a hoarse voice. Patients are advised to consume soft foods such as ice cream and applesauce to avoid further throat irritation. After recovering from tonsillectomy, many patients experience improved breathing, reduced irritation, and an overall improved quality of life.

Tracheostomy

Tracheostomy or tracheotomy is a surgical procedure to open an airway in a blocked trachea, or windpipe. A small hole is created in the neck, and a tube is often inserted into the hole to provide support and drainage. The patient can breathe through the hole that is created.

Tracheostomy is performed for a variety of reasons when a bypass to the normal airway is needed. A patient may have an object lodged in their throat or have an injury that damaged their windpipe. They may have cancer or a swelling in their throat that stops air from moving freely. Sometimes tracheostomy is performed to make breathing easier when patients are paralyzed or have trouble coming off a ventilator.

A tracheostomy can be temporary or permanent. A temporary tracheostomy tends to heal over easily when the tube is removed, leaving a small scar. A permanent tracheostomy can make speech difficult at first. It takes time to learn how to use the throat and air in a new way.

Tracheostomy is a fairly simple procedure, but it can make all the difference in a life or death situation.

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy

endoscopy

impacted ear wax removal

laryngoscopy

By Affordability:

diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy

diagnostic laryngoscopy

ear wax removal

fiberoptic laryngoscopy

flexible laryngoscopy

impacted ear wax removal

laryngeal procedures

laryngoscopy

In 2023, among providers in related specialties within Alaska, Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD performed more diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy, endoscopy, impacted ear wax removal, and laryngoscopy procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of them and she also had a list price for diagnostic flexible laryngoscopy, diagnostic laryngoscopy, ear wax removal, fiberoptic laryngoscopy, flexible laryngoscopy, impacted ear wax removal, laryngeal (voice box) procedures, and laryngoscopy that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD treated as a pediatric otolaryngologist in Anchorage, AK during 2012 were minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	121
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	18
minimally invasive procedures	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD treated as a pediatric otolaryngologist in Anchorage, AK during 2013 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	218
ear procedures	24
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	16
minimally invasive procedures	16

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD.

**Gender**
Male	59
Female	85

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	117
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	15
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	64
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	19
Less than 65	22

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD in 2013

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	21
Dementia	8
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD treated as a pediatric otolaryngologist in Anchorage, AK during 2014 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	220
ear procedures	23
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	16
minimally invasive procedures	16

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD.

**Gender**
Male	52
Female	98

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	115
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	19
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	62
From 75 to 84	45
85 and over	18
Less than 65	25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD in 2014

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	38
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	24
Dementia	10
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD treated as a pediatric otolaryngologist in Anchorage, AK during 2015 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	205
ear procedures	37
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	13
minimally invasive procedures	13

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD.

**Gender**
Male	162
Female	232

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	326
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	28
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	174
From 75 to 84	114
85 and over	60
Less than 65	46

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD in 2015

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	33
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	20
Dementia	11
Cancer	7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD treated as a pediatric otolaryngologist in Anchorage, AK during 2016 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	146
ear procedures	24
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	19
minimally invasive procedures	19

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD.

**Gender**
Male	72
Female	72

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	118
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	71
From 75 to 84	41
85 and over	14
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD in 2016

Hypertension	52
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	21
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD treated as a pediatric otolaryngologist in Anchorage, AK during 2017 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	169
ear procedures	38
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	17
minimally invasive procedures	17

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD.

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	71

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	112
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	15
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	68
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	17
Less than 65	16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD in 2017

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	31
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	24
Dementia	7
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD treated as a pediatric otolaryngologist in Anchorage, AK during 2018 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	165
ear procedures	26
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	25
minimally invasive procedures	25

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD.

**Gender**
Male	69
Female	91

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	134
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	73
From 75 to 84	45
85 and over	22
Less than 65	20

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD in 2018

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	16
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	19
Dementia	8
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD treated as a pediatric otolaryngologist in Anchorage, AK during 2019 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	132
ear procedures	40
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	21
minimally invasive procedures	21

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD.

**Gender**
Male	70
Female	75

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	117
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	70
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	19
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD in 2019

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	21
Dementia	10
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD treated as a pediatric otolaryngologist in Anchorage, AK during 2020 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	149
ear procedures	51
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	15
minimally invasive procedures	15

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD.

**Gender**
Male	63
Female	76

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	114
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	67
From 75 to 84	44
85 and over	11
Less than 65	17

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD in 2020

Hypertension	40
High Cholesterol	29
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD treated as a pediatric otolaryngologist in Anchorage, AK during 2021 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	159
ear procedures	59
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	26
minimally invasive procedures	26

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD.

**Gender**
Male	71
Female	93

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	128
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	14
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	90
From 75 to 84	49
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD in 2021

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	37
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	26
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD treated as a pediatric otolaryngologist in Anchorage, AK during 2022 were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	141
ear procedures	70
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	19
minimally invasive procedures	19

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD.

**Gender**
Male	63
Female	100

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	134
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	14
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	81
From 75 to 84	49
85 and over	18
Less than 65	15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD in 2022

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD treated as a pediatric otolaryngologist in Anchorage, AK were ear procedures, minimally invasive procedures and laryngeal (voice box) procedures.

doctor visit	165
ear procedures	39
laryngeal (voice box) procedures	18
minimally invasive procedures	18

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD.

**Gender**
Male	68
Female	90

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	9
Non-Hispanic White	128
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	46
85 and over	18
Less than 65	17
65 to 74	74

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	46
High Cholesterol	34
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	5
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	19
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Dementia	5
Cancer	7

Education & Training

Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 1988. She completed residency at Hennepin County Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology and has a state license in Alaska.

Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine (1988)

Residency: Hennepin County Medical Center (1992)

Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology

Licensed In: Alaska

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Providence

Providence Alaska Medical Center

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Medicaid, Aetna PPO, CIGNA PPO, TriWest, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health) and Medicare.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Medicaid

Aetna PPO

CIGNA PPO

TriWest

OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health)

Medicare

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jennifer Wingate, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Intersect ENT, Inc.	$407 Propel $407
Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, Inc.	$156 DUPIXENT $156
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$112 Sophono $112
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$45 $45
Smith & Nephew, Inc.	$20 Coblation - Turbinate Wands $20
Other	$20 XprESS Multi-Sinus Dilation System $20

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$761

Biography

Dr. Jennifer Wingate is a specialist in pediatric otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat). She works in Anchorage, AK. Her clinical interests include nasal congestion (stuffy nose), ear pain, and turbinate reduction surgery. She is professionally affiliated with Providence Alaska Medical Center. Cigna, Aetna, and CIGNA Plans appears to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Wingate takes. Before performing her residency at Hennepin County Medical Center, Dr. Wingate attended the University of Washington School of Medicine.